Fireplace Tools: Hearthside

Reviewed by:
Rosemary Thornton

Off of the anvil and into the fire is the likely path for these hearth tools. Coaxed into their permanent shape by a few deft blows from the blacksmith's hammer, these fireplace accessories are made with 3/8" iron stock.

The hearth broom is hand-tied from South Dakota broom corn. Tools are offered with round or square handles.

Round Handle Set of 4 Fireplace Tools 1500 (square handle); 1502 (round handle).

Tools are 28" long and priced at $192 per set (February 2006).